The government keeps electricity tariffs until 2026: who will pay less.

According to inkorr.com: The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine extended the action of the Regulation on special obligations (PSO) for the electricity market until April 30, 2026. This means that tariffs for household consumers will remain unchanged throughout the entire heating season. This was announced by the Prime Minister of Ukraine, Yulia Svyrydenko.

Electricity costs in winter

According to Svyrydenko, the current tariff of 4.32 UAH per 1 kW·h will remain unchanged for most households. If a household consumes up to 2000 kW·h per month, the tariff will be 2.64 UAH/kW·h. In case of exceeding this limit, the ordinary rate of 4.32 UAH/kW·h will apply.

“The continuation of the PSO is part of the state support program during the winter. We strive for Ukrainians to get through the heating season without additional costs and stress,” said the Prime Minister.

Preferential electricity tariffs

A preferential tariff of 1.32 UAH per 1 kW·h will apply to consumers with dual-zone or three-zone meters who use electric heating.

Tariffs for different types of meters are as follows:

• Dual-zone accounting:

  • day zone (from 07:00 to 23:00) — 2.64 UAH/kW·h;

  • night zone (from 23:00 to 07:00) — 1.32 UAH/kW·h.

• Three-zone accounting:

  • basic tariff — 4.32 UAH/kW·h;

  • at peak load hours — 6.48 UAH/kW·h;

  • during periods of minimum consumption — 1.73 UAH/kW·h.

Compensations for residents of dangerous zones

In addition to tariff benefits, the government also provided compensations for electricity for residents of regions with increased danger, particularly front-line communities. Financial assistance will be paid to owners of benefits or subsidies living in these areas.

The amount of compensation will depend on the family composition:

• for one person — 100 kW·h per month (432 UAH);

• for a family of three — up to 300 kW·h (1296 UAH).

These payments will cover part of the households' electricity expenses, especially during the cold period.

Thus, the extension of the PSO and the introduction of preferential tariffs aim to support the citizens of Ukraine, easing the financial burden during the heating season. Thanks to these innovations, many people will be able to avoid additional costs and worries during the winter period.